4.
Media Sharing- sites that allow you to upload
EMTECH REVIEWER
Information and Communication Technology
Information- facts provided or learned about
something or someone
Communication- imparting or exchanging of
information or news
Technology- machinery and equipment
developed from the application of scientific
knowledge
ICT- deals with the use of different
communication technologies
World Wide Web (WWW/ W3)- an
interconnected system of public webpages
accessible through the Internet.
-invented by Sir Tim Bernersl Lee in 1989
-its either be static or dynamic
TRENDS in ICT
- industry has focused on several innovations.
1. Convergence- the combination of two or
more different entities of technologies to create
a new single device
2. Social Media- a website, application, or
channel that enables web users to create, co-
create, modify, and exchange user-generated
content
TYPES OF SOCIAL MEDIA
1.Social Networks- sites that allow you to
connect with other people with same interests
or background
2.Bookmarking Sites- sites that allow users you
to store and manage links to various websites
and resources, and to tag
3.Social News- sites that allow users to post
their own news items or links to other news
sources.
and share media content like images, music, and
video
5. Microblogging - sites that focus on short
updates from the user. Those who are
subscribed will receive updates.
6. Blogs and Forums - sites that allow users to
post their content
INTERNET THREATS
Malware – or malicious software, is any
program or file that is harmful to a computer
user.
Types:
Virus - a malicious program designed to
replicate itself and transfer from one computer
to another (internet, local networks, FDs, CDs,
etc.)
Worm - a malicious program that transfers from
one computer to another by any type of means.
Trojan - a malicious program that disguises as a
useful program
Spyware - a program that runs in the
background without you knowing it (thus called
“spy”). It has the ability to monitor what you are
currently doing and typing through keylogging.
Ex. Keylogger – used to record keystrokes done
by the user. This is done to steal their password
or any other sensitive information. The key
logger software typically uses log file to store its
recording.
Adware - a program designed to send you
advertisements, mostly as pop-ups.
Ransomware - or ransom software is a type of
malicious software from cryptovirology that
threatens to publish the victim's
Spam - an unwanted email mostly from bots or
advertisers. It can be used to send malware.
Phishing - its goal is to acquire sensitive
personal information like passwords and credit
card details
Protecting Reputations Online- before you post
something on the web remember the rules
Copyright Infringement- it is the use of works
protected by copyright law without permission
for a usage where such permission is required
“ADVANCE WORD PROCESSING SKILL”
Word Processor- electronic device/ computer
software application that performs the task of
comporing, editing, printing, etc.
Examples:
o Open office
o Libre
o Polarize
o King soft
o Word perfect
o Word pad
o Microsoft word
Microsoft Word- word processing program that
allows for the creation of both simple and
complex documents
-released on October 25 1983
FEATURES OF MS WORD
1. Auto Correct- corrects common spelling
errors, and capitalization mistakes
2. Auto Format- applies formatting to text
(number listing bullet hyperlinks)
3. Grammar Checker- proof reads
document for grammar, writing style,
sentence structure errors and reading
statistics.
4. Template- document that contains the
formatting
5. Thesaurus- provides synonyms for a
word in a document
6. Tables- organize info into rows and
columns
7. Mail Merge- allows you to create a doc
and merge them with another doc/ data
file
8. Text Wrap- adjusts how the image
behaves around other objects or text
SHORTCUTS
Ctrl+A Select All
Ctrl+B Bold Text
Ctrl+C Copy Text
Ctrl+D Show Font Dialog Box
Ctrl+E Align Text to Center
▪ File
▪ Insert
▪ References
▪ Review
▪ Home
▪ Page Layout
▪ Mailings
▪ Review
Home Tab- allows you to change document
settings such as the fort. Adding bullets, number
list, adjusting styles, other common features
Advance Spreadsheet Skills- the ability to
produce graphs and tables, use spreadsheets
efficiently, and perform calculations and
automation to process large volumes of data
Spreadsheet- allows users to organize data in
rows and columns
Libre Office- freely available, fully featured
office productivity suite
Open Office- design plan that removes physical
barriers in the workplace to create a more open
and inviting environment for employees
Google- search for information about (someone
or something) on the internet
Apple iWork Number- spreadsheet application
developed by Apple Inc. as part of the iWork
productivity suite alongside Keynote and Pages
King Soft- worksheet application alternative to
Microsoft Excel- spreadsheet developed by Ms
Word. Features for calculation , graphing tools,
pivot- visual basic for application
KEY TERMS
Rows- horizontal line
Columns- vertical line
Cell- place where information is held a
spreadsheet
Active Cell- Selected Cell
Column Heading- box at the top of each column
Row-
Cell Reference- cell address of the cell usually
combine letter and number (A1,B1,BC)
Merge- combining/ joining two or more cells
Functions- predefined formulas and are already
available.
Formula Bar- displays the contents of the cell
BASIC OPERATION:
MDAS
Multiplication- *
Division- /
Addition- +
Subtration- -
= first before formula
Functions- are pre defined formulas that are
already available in Ms Excel
COMMONLY USED EXCEL FUNCTIONS
Sum- adds all the numbers in a range of cells
Count- counts the number of cells that contain
numbers
Min- returns the smallest number in a set of
values
Max- returns the largest value in a set of values
Average- returns the average (arithmetic mean)
of the arguments
Sumif- adds the cells specifies by a given
Computer graphics- visual representations of
data made on a computer and is displayed on a
computer screen or monitor
Layout- the arrangement of graphic elements
on a page
PRINCIPLES OF GRAPHICS AND LAYOUT
Balance- describes the placement of elements
of equal weight on the page
Movement- describes the flow of elements on
the page
Unity- the sense of oneness of the elements
that creates balance and harmony
Repetition- describes the consistent and
balanced repetition of a design or element
Proximity- describes the organization and
relationship of the elements included in the
design
Contrast – it is the combination of the opposing
characteristics of an element like color, size,
thickness, and among others. It allows emphasis
on key elements.
Emphasis - An area in the design that catches
viewer’s attention. The area may appear
different in size, color, texture or shape.
Infographics- used to present information,
statistical data, or knowledge in a graphical
manner usually done in a creative way

FOLLOWING CHARACTERISTICS

Thesis/Story. The subject and the main idea of

your infographic must be clear.

Data. Data must be well-organized and

supports the main idea.

Simplicity. (color, style, and illustrations). You

must be able to create your own palette; your
style must be able to attract readers so as not to
make your infographic full of text. Do not use
stock photos.

Sources. You must cite your sources so as to

give credibility to your data.
Branding/Shareability. Your infographic must be
creative and innovative

IMAGE FILE FORMATS

JPEG – Joint Photographic Experts Group. It is

the most popular image format used on the
web.

GIF – Graphics Interchange Format. It is limited

to the 8-bit palette with only 256 colors.

PNG – Portable Network Graphic. This file

format is best with line art, text, and logo. It is
capable to display transparencies.

TIFF – Tagged Image File Format. It is considered

as a high-quality image format, where all color
and data information are stored